Embracing the Unexpected: The Journey from Software Engineer to Creative Entrepreneurship with Emily Kim

11/15/23 • 38 min

In this episode, we're joined by Emily Kim, a remarkable trailblazer who transitioned from the tech world of computer science into the realm of creativity and business strategy. We'll explore Emily's inspiring journey, her revolutionary experiences with hypno-breathwork, and her successful leap into entrepreneurship. Whether you're a fellow Enneagram six or just someone seeking inspiration for a career pivot, Emily's story offers invaluable insights into embracing change and finding fulfillment in your work. Get ready for an episode brimming with creativity, courage, and transformative strategies!

Key Topics:

1. From Code to Creativity: Emily's Story

Emily's background in computer science and her pivot to a creative business.

The challenges and learnings from working in a male-dominated field.

2. The Healing Power of Hypno Breathwork

How hypno breathwork transformed Emily's approach to managing emotions and anxiety.

The role of this practice in personal and professional growth.

3. Empowering Creatives with Business Strategy

Assisting creatives with back-end logistics and boosting confidence.

Tips for enhancing online presence through photography and videography.

4. The 'Iteration Over Perfection' Philosophy

How embracing this mindset impacts Emily's creative process.

Advice for creatives struggling to balance perfectionism and productivity.

5. Mentorship and the Journey to Coaching

Emily's passion for teaching and helping others monetize their skills.

Balancing creativity with effectiveness in her coaching business.

Questions for the Audience to Ponder:

1. Reflecting on Your Pivot:

In your own journey, have you faced a moment where you felt compelled to shift from a familiar path to a completely new direction?

2. Balancing Creativity and Strategy:

Think about your current role or business - are you integrating your creative instincts with strategic planning effectively? How might you enhance this balance to optimize your success and satisfaction?

3. Embracing Growth and Change:

Consider a recent challenge or a significant change in your life or business. How did you adapt to it, and what lessons did you learn about yourself in the process?

Resources:

Website

About the Guest:

Emily Kim is a former software engineer turned creative business strategist based in Boston, MA. Over the last five years, she’s helped 100+ entrepreneurs revamp their online presence through brand photography & videography.

Now, Emily is combining her business expertise from her MBA, corporate experience at a Fortune 5 company, and her years of experience in photography to consult other creative business owners on how to build sustainable, profitable businesses.

For more info on the host:

Visit www.rebeccacafiero.com and follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccacafiero !

Let’s connect on social media!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccacafiero/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.ann.cafiero

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacafiero/

Key Topics:

1. From Code to Creativity: Emily's Story

Emily's background in computer science and her pivot to a creative business.

The challenges and learnings from working in a male-dominated field.

2. The Healing Power of Hypno Breathwork

How hypno breathwork transformed Emily's approach to managing emotions and anxiety.

The role of this practice in personal and professional growth.

3. Empowering Creatives with Business Strategy

Assisting creatives with back-end logistics and boosting confidence.

Tips for enhancing online presence through photography and videography.

4. The 'Iteration Over Perfection' Philosophy

How embracing this mindset impacts Emily's creative process.

Advice for creatives struggling to balance perfectionism and productivity.

5. Mentorship and the Journey to Coaching

Emily's passion for teaching and helping others monetize their skills.

Balancing creativity with effectiveness in her coaching business.

Questions for the Audience to Ponder:

1. Reflecting on Your Pivot:

In your own journey, have you faced a moment where you felt compelled to shift from a familiar path to a completely new direction?

2. Balancing Creativity and Strategy:

3. Embracing Growth and Change:

Consider a recent challenge or a significant change in your life or business. How did you adapt to it, and what lessons did you learn about yourself in the process?

Resources:

Website

About the Guest:

For more info on the host:

Visit www.rebeccacafiero.com and follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccacafiero !

Let’s connect on social media!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccacafiero/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.ann.cafiero

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccacafiero/

Previous Episode

Mastermind Magic: Strategy, Soul Care + Support

Today I'm thrilled to delve into the transformative world of masterminds. Join me as I share the magic and impact of these powerful groups, particularly for women in business, and how they've played an integral role in my own entrepreneurial journey.

Key Topics:

The Essential Role of Masterminds in Growth:

My personal experiences over four years with various masterminds.
Reflecting on the year I skipped joining a mastermind and the consequent absence of growth and accountability.
Understanding the crucial support system masterminds provide for personal and business development.

Ten Compelling Reasons to Join a Mastermind:

Building a supportive community and network.
Gaining diverse perspectives for enhanced business insights.
Ensuring accountability for steady progress.
Opening doors for collaborations and partnerships.
Learning from others' experiences, successes, and failures.
Boosting confidence and encouraging risk-taking.
Providing emotional and moral support in the entrepreneurial journey.
Enhancing problem-solving through group brainstorming.
Focusing on personal growth and leadership development.
Accessing a curated selection of resources, tools, and tactics.

The Energetics of Mastermind Groups:

Exploring the collective energy and its influence on individual and group success.
The unique retreats and immersive experiences that deepen the mastermind journey.

Why My Mastermind Stands Apart:

Specific deliverables of my mastermind, including brand development and authorship strategies.
The impact of personalized strategy sessions with me.
Highlighting tangible outcomes such as brand photos, videos, and logos.

Questions to Ponder:

1. Reflecting on Your Support System:

Consider your current support network. How might joining a mastermind enhance your personal and professional growth?

2. Evaluating Mastermind Benefits:

Which of the ten reasons to join a mastermind resonates most with you, and how could it address a current need or goal in your life or business?

3. Personal Growth and Masterminds:

Think about your own journey of personal and professional development. How could the unique environment of a mastermind accelerate your progress and transformation?

About the Host:

Rebecca Cafiero is an intl. Forbes business and PR strategist, TEDx Speaker and top ranked podcast host, 4x bestselling author and mother of two. As the Founder + CEO of the Pitch Club, a for women, by women company, she has worked with hundreds of female entrepreneurs growing + scaling small businesses and teams to increase their credibility, visibility and profitability in business.

Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, she spent 13 years in Corporate America leading sales and marketing teams. She is a frequent speaker on online business strategy, creating credibility + visibility, productivity and personal optimization. As a sought after media source, Rebecca’s tips have been featured in NBC News, ABC News, BIZ TV and publications including Forbes, Reader’s Digest, Women's Health, US News and World Report and more.

Connect with Rebecca Cafiero:

Visit www.rebeccacafiero.com and follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccacafiero and @becomingyoupodcast !!

Next Episode

Embracing the Full Spectrum: Gratitude, Grief, and Growth

In today’s episode, I'll be sharing a personal narrative of a day filled with profound joy and deep sorrow. I'll talk about the essential nature of embracing every emotion, from overwhelming gratitude to profound grief, and how this spectrum of feelings shapes our human experience.

Key Topics:

1. The Human Experience of Emotion:

Navigating the complexity of mixed emotions in our daily lives.
Addressing the guilt associated with feeling gratitude during times of grief.
The significance of acknowledging and processing our emotions rather than avoiding them.

2. Harnessing Emotions for Positive Change:

Transforming our emotional energy into constructive actions and positive outcomes.
My personal approach to managing emotional overwhelm and maintaining equilibrium.
Effective strategies for channeling emotions in empowering ways.

3. Action Steps for Positive Impact:

Three concrete actions I've taken in response to my recent experiences of gratitude and grief.
A call to listeners to consider how they can utilize their resources and platforms for meaningful impact.
The power of our actions in creating ripples of change.

Questions to Ponder:

1. Reflect on a recent experience where you felt conflicting emotions. How did you navigate this, and what did you learn about yourself?

2. Consider a time when you turned a powerful emotion into a positive action. What was the outcome, and how did it make you feel?

3. In what ways can you use your platform or resources to respond to your feelings of gratitude or grief and make a positive impact in your community or beyond?

About the Host:

Connect with Rebecca Cafiero:

Visit www.rebeccacafiero.com and follow Rebecca on Instagram @rebeccacafiero and @becomingyoupodcast !!